DID you grow up in a rural village in Worcestershire? If so, you might be able to help. I am currently researching a book which takes a nostalgic look at village life between 1930-1970. I would love to hear from anybody who has photographs, or memories which they might like to share.

The book covers all aspects of village life, such as rural industries, country crafts, transport, customs, fetes and fairs, village sports, country pursuits, hunting, village shops, the village hall, the church, the pub, the village bobby, the school, village clubs and organisations, art, music, well-known local characters or anything else to do with village life.

Perhaps there was something unique about the village you lived in, did it have its own traditions? Or was there something that took place in your village that made it famous - or infamous? What type of jobs did people do? Did you belong to a successful village sports club? Did your village have a drama, WI, Boy Scout or Girl Guide group? Can you remember how the community celebrated great occasions such as VE Day and the coronation? Anything might be of interest.

A well-known publisher will publish the book so a wide audience will enjoy your photographs or memories.

If you think you might be able to help please write to Henry Buckton, PO Box 2770, Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9XD. All photographs will be returned.

Henry Buckton